NUTR 422: Exam 1 Practice Problems

Why is the Roux En-Y gastric bypass described as malabsorptive and restrictive?

What is the difference between dumping syndrome and gastroparesis?

• Rapid gastric emptying vs. delayed gastric emptying

• Increased appetite vs. decreased appetite

• Weight gain vs. weight loss

• Enhanced digestion vs. impaired digestion

What nutrients might a Roux-En-Y surgery patient be deficient in post-operation?

Which of the following is indicative of gastroparesis?

• Delayed gastric emptying

• Rapid digestion

• Decreased ability to absorb nutrients

• Enhanced nutrient absorption

Which type of glycosidic bonds are found in amylopectin but not amylose?

• b, 1-6

• a, 1-6

• a, 1-4

• b, 1-6

Why is cellulose considered an indigestible polysaccharide?

• Contains α, 1-4 bonds: human α-amylase can break

• Contains β, 1-4 bonds: human α-amylase incompatible to break

• Contains α, 1-6 bonds: easily digestible

• Contains β, 1-6 bonds: human α-amylase can break

What is the primary function of GLUT 4?

• Transport glucose into the brain

• Transport glucose into muscle and adipose tissue

• Transport glucose into the liver

• Transport glucose into red blood cells

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NGSS.HS-LS1-3

What is the reason that steps in Glycolysis and other metabolic rxns are unidirectional?

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Which enzyme (found in the liver) is responsible for maintaining blood glucose during fasting?

• Glucagon

• Oxaloacetate

• Phosphofructokinase

• G6Pase

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Which Complex of the ETC does FADH2 enter, and how many molecules of ATP does it yield?

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